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Boston Bruins winger Kaspars Daugavins will make his debut in the Eastern Conference final in Game 4 Friday, taking the place of injured Gregory Campbell.

Daugavins, who hasn’t played since Game 1 of Boston’s series against the Toronto Maple Leafs on May 1, is ready and coach Claude Julien confirmed after the team’s morning skate that he would play. Daugavins skated with Rich Peverley and Tyler Seguin on the third line.

“I’m ready and I’m excited about the opportunity to play,” said Daugavins. “It’s like a regular day. You are just getting ready for another game. Nothing changes. Another chance to step up.

“I have to make sure I bring a lot of energy because I haven’t played in awhile. I’ve got to get pucks deep because that’s where my best game is at, down low.”

Julien said he appreciates what Daugavins can bring to the Bruins as they try to eliminate the Pittsburgh Penguins and advance to the Stanley Cup final.

“He’s a gritty player. He’s strong on the puck, strong as an individual, he can shoot the puck. Got a lot of qualities,” said Julien. “ We’ve always said we’ve got depth on this team. We showed it when injuries crept up on defense.

“Now we’ve got an injury up front. He’s going to have to step in and do his job.”

It looks like Tyler Kennedy will suit up for the Penguins as they try to push this series back to Pittsburgh for Game 5 Sunday. The Bruins hold a 3-0 lead and are trying to close this out at home.

“We’re well aware of the situation but we also believe we can come in here tonight and win a game,” said Penguins captain Sidney Crosby.

Bruins tab Daugavins to replace Campbell for Game 4

Boston Bruins winger Kaspars Daugavins will make his debut in the Eastern Conference final in Game 4 Friday, taking the place of injured Gregory Campbell.

Daugavins, who hasn’t played since Game 1 of Boston’s series against the Toronto Maple Leafs on May 1, is ready and coach Claude Julien confirmed after the team’s morning skate that he would play. Daugavins skated with Rich Peverley and Tyler Seguin on the third line.

“I’m ready and I’m excited about the opportunity to play,” said Daugavins. “It’s like a regular day. You are just getting ready for another game. Nothing changes. Another chance to step up. I have to make sure I bring a lot of energy because I haven’t played in awhile. I’ve got to get pucks deep because that’s where my best game is at, down low.”